Case Studies
South Africa’s Online Grocery Sector: Trends, Challenges, and Yassir’s Innovative Approach
As South Africa undergoes a digital transformation, the online grocery delivery sector is experiencing revolutionary changes. The shift from in-person to online shopping is accelerating, particularly among middle-class to upper-class consumers, signalling a...
Festive Finances: Get Ready for Black Friday with Savvy, Sustainable Spending
In an economy where small to medium enterprises (SMEs) contribute at least 40% to the GDP, it seems only reasonable that SMEs are able to take advantage of the potential benefits of Black Friday trading. While even large and established companies, who have...
2025 SA CAR OF THE YEAR SAGMJ COMMITTEE ANNOUNCED
The South African Guild of Mobility Journalists (SAGMJ) has announced a new Car of the Year (COTY) Committee for the 2025 Car of the Year competition, sponsored by Old Mutual Insure. The COTY Committee is mainly responsible for running the most prestigious and...
TECNO Unveils SPECtacular Savings for its SPARK 20 Series
Ahead of Black Friday deals and specials, TECNO has already revealed price drops for devices in its latest SPARK 20 Series range
Dream Drive – Harnessing Technology to Transform South African Car Ownership
Dream Drive has introduced a tech-enabled shift in South Africa's car ownership landscape, combining advanced digital gameplay with a guaranteed prize structure. This innovative, Web-based platform, co-founded by Matthew Chapman and Steve Tyler, uses a skill-based...
Cashing in: Study shows banks investing big in GenAI, and it’s paying off
Banking tops other industries in adopting the technology for marketing, risk management, customer service and more.
Hyundai Open becomes part of golf’s Sunshine Tour
Hyundai Automotive South Africa has elevated its involvement with golf and the Sunshine Tour by signing up as a full tournament name sponsor for the second half of the 2024/2025 season. The Hyundai Open, with total prize money of R2 million, will be played at the...
WeThinkCode_ Celebrates Milestone Achievement with TVET Cohort Graduation
In a monumental step towards closing the software development skills gap in South Africa, WeThinkCode_ proudly announces the graduation of its first cohort from Ekurhuleni West TVET College (EWC). Launched in March 2023 with a class of 50 students, this pioneering...
End-to-end security is your best business investment
In today’s hyper-connected business landscape, security is paramount—especially for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), which are increasingly susceptible to cyber threats. In South Africa, where small businesses are vital drivers of the economy, safeguarding...
As Demand for High-Voltage Power Backup Solutions Surges, Businesses Prioritise Local Support
Businesses across sectors are facing increasing pressure to rethink their approach to power, either by facing disruptive power cuts caused by crumbling infrastructure or by the need to save on costs, particularly in high electricity usage industries. As a result,...
NAPAfrica traffic surges to 4.5Tbps as peering ecosystem expands with new members and 400Gps port connections
NAPAfrica, Africa's leading Internet Exchange Point (IXP) and the seventh largest IXP globally, has reached a significant milestone, driving 4.5Tbps of traffic as its peering community continues to grow. Adding to its existing members, including Akamai, Amazon, Apple,...
From Stoep to Success: Legends Barber Founder Named SA’s Entrepreneur of the Year
Sheldon Tatchell, founder of the Legends Barber franchise, has come out a cut above the rest by winning the coveted Overall 2024 Entrepreneur of the Year award in the 36th annual Business Partners Limited Entrepreneur of the Year® awards. Following a meticulous...
Quick review of Xiaomi’s 14T smartphone
Xiaomi pulled the wraps off of its new flagship smartphone, the Xiaomi 14T phone in October, providing smartphone photography afficionadoes and tech enthusiasts with exceptional imaging capabilities, particularly in low-light settings. Measuring in at 160.4 x 75.1 x...
Kaspersky renews SOC 2 audit, reinforcing customer trust and data security
To reiterate its commitment to the highest standards of customer data security and secure software development, Kaspersky has successfully passed the Service Organisation Control (SOC 2) Type II audit for service organisations. The assessment evaluated the security of...
Quick review of Acer’s TravelMate P2 16″ laptop
Like the 14" version of the TravelMate P2, the TravelMate P2 16" is aimed at SME (small to medium-sized businesses) employees who require a tough notebook PC that can run all of their vital business applications and software, while helping to keep their corporate data...
Why is South Africa the most expensive country to do international money transfers from?
By Harry Scherzer, CEO, Future Forex Every year, tens of thousands of South Africans make international money transfers. The same is true for thousands of businesses. In global terms, that's not particularly exceptional. The same is true for most countries around the...
TECNO Celebrates South African Music Excellence at #SAMA30
Alongside showcasing its latest smartphone range, the SPARK 20 Series, TECNO also gifted VIPs at the 30th South African Music Awards with gifts, and gave two of its fans tickets to the event
GAC Motor South Africa Unleashes an Industry-Defining Lifetime Warranty
Get ready, South Africa! GAC Motor is thrilled to unveil an unparalleled lifetime engine warranty, a groundbreaking promise that ensures every driver enjoys a lifetime of serenity of mind on the road. Breaking the mould of traditional automotive warranties, GAC...
AFRO GEEK BRINGS AFRO-FUTURISM TO RAGE EXPO 2024: Exploring African creativity and technology in the first-ever Afro Geek Playroom
rAge Expo is set to immerse attendees in the world of Afro-futurism and innovative creativity with the launch of the Afro Geek Playroom, the first-ever designated Afro Geek area at the expo. Curated by Afro Geek, the Playroom will bring together a diverse lineup of...
Quick review of Acer’s Predator Helios Neo 16 gaming laptop
For gamers looking for a powerhouse gaming laptop capable of playing the latest titles at a more approachable and palatable pricetag, Acer presents its Predator Helios 16 gaming laptop which packs a 13th gen Intel Core i7 (HX) processor and NVIDIA's GeForce GTX 4060...